Compared to a mentally healthy person, a person with dependent personality disorder typically displays __________.

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People with dependent personality disorder tend to be high in neuroticism, which means they experience more negative emotions and are more sensitive to stress compared to mentally healthy individuals. They may also be lower in extraversion, as they tend to be shy and hesitant in social situations. However, they are typically higher in agreeableness, as they have an excessive need for approval and tend to subjugate their own needs to please others.

Compared to a Mentally Healthy Person, a Person with Dependent